Maharashtra
Maharashtra is a state in the west of India, blessed with the touch of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Situated at the foothills of the Sahyadri Mountains, this state is culturally rich, diverse and one of the most progressive states in India.
Maharashtra is home to ancient historical forts, UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Ajanta and Ellora Caves, tranquil beaches and bustling cities like Mumbai.
Mumbai, the capital of Maharashtra, is the most popular tourist destination and is also the country's financial capital. Mumbai is the production center of Hindi films, the home of Bollywood. It is also home to the Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves and nightlife.
Pune is known as the Oxford of the East. It is an important educational center in Maharashtra. Pune is home to many educational institutions, many multinational software companies, as well as historical sites like Shaniwar Wada and Lal Mahal.
Talking about the natural beauty of Maharashtra, there are picturesque hill stations like Lonavala, Khandala and Mahabaleshwar in the Western Ghats.
For beach lovers, there are beaches like Konkan coast, Alibaug, Ganpatipule, Tarkarli where you can enjoy water sports and cultural Konkani cuisine and experience the local culture.
For history and architecture lovers, Maharashtra has the caves of Ellora and Ajanta where the work done in stone is famous. This carving shows the Buddhist and Hindu culture.
The intricate sculptures and portraits in these caves date back to the 2nd century BC.
The Daulatabad or Devgiri Fort and Bibi Ka Maqbara in Sambhajinagar are places to visit.
In religious tourism, the state has many pilgrimage sites like Shirdi, a temple associated with Sai Baba, as well as Trimbakeshwar, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, Pandharpur dedicated to Lord Vitthal, and Renuka Devi of Mahur, one of the three and a half Shakti Peethas.
The Ashtavinayak Yatra, which visits eight Ganesh temples around Pune, is also very popular among devotees.
For adventurous tourists, trekking in the Sahyadri mountain ranges, which include Raigad and Sinhagad, is also an option.
Ganesh Utsav is celebrated on a grand scale in Maharashtra. The Verul Ajanta Festival and the Kala Ghoda Kala Mahotsav also attract tourists from all over the world.
Maharashtra is an ideal destination for both national and international tourists due to its well-connected road network and complete infrastructure for tourists.
Here's a list of top tourist places in Maharashtra along with how to reach :
1. Mumbai
Main Attractions :
Gateway of India
Marine Drive
Elephanta Caves
Colaba
Bollywood
How to Reach :
By Air :
Mumbai has Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. This airport is well
connected by air to almost every major city in India and the world.
By Train :
Mumbai has major railway stations like CST, Dadar and Mumbai Central.
By Road :.
Mumbai is well connected to the expressway via Pune, Nashik. Mumbai is well
connected by road to other major cities in India.
2. Pune
Main Attractions :
Shaniwar Wada
Aga Khan Palace
Osho Ashram
Sinhagad Fort
How to Reach :
By Air :
Pune has an international airport.
By Train :
Pune Junction is well connected to other cities in India.
By Road :
Pune is well connected by the Mumbai Expressway. Pune is also well connected
by road to other major cities in India.
3. Mahabaleshwar
Main Attractions :
Strawberry Farms
Arthur's Seat
Pratapgad Fort
Venna Lake
How to Reach :
By Air :
Pune Airport is 120 kilometers away. Buses or taxis are easily available from
there.
By Train :
The nearest railway station is Wathar, which is 60 kilometers away. But it is
better to use Pune Railway Station or Satara Railway Station. From there, you
can reach Mahabaleshwar by bus or taxi.
By Road :
It is 120 kilometers away from Pune. From there, Mahabaleshwar can be reached
by road by bus, taxi and private vehicle.
4. Lonavala & Khandala
Main Attractions :
Bhushi Dam
Tiger Point
Karla Caves
Rajmachi Fort
How to Reach :
By Air :
Taxis or buses are available from Mumbai or Pune Airport to Lonavala and Khandala.
By Train :
Lonavala has a railway station which is well connected to Mumbai and Pune by rail.
By Road :
Lonavala and Khandala is on Mumbai Pune Expressway, so it is 65 kilometers from
Pune and 80 kilometers from Mumbai. Taxis and buses are available from both places.
5. Ajanta & Ellora Caves ( Sambhajinagar )
Main Attractions :
UNESCO World Heritage Sites with ancient Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain rock-cut caves.
Ajanta Caves
Ellora Caves
How to Reach :
By Air :
Aurangabad's Chikalthana Airport is nearby, from where taxis and buses run to
Ajanta and Ellora caves.
By Train :
Aurangabad Railway Station is nearby, from where buses and taxis are easily
available.
By Road :
Ajanta and Ellora caves are well connected to other major cities by road.
6. Shirdi
Main Attractions :
Sai Baba Temple
Dwarkamai
Shani Shingnapur ( Nearby )
How to Reach :
By Air :
Shirdi has a domestic airport or the nearest airports are Pune and Mumbai. Taxis
and buses are easily available from there.
By Train :
Sainagar Shirdi Railway Station is well connected to other cities.
By Road :
By road, it is 240 km from Mumbai, buses and taxis are easily available
7. Nashik
Main Attractions :
Kumbh Mela Site
Trimbakeshwar Temple
Vineyards ( Sula, York )
How to Reach :
By Air :
Nashik has a domestic airport at Ojhar or you can reach Nashik by bus or taxi from
Mumbai airport.
By Train :
Nashik railway station is well connected to other cities.
By Road :
It is 165 km from Mumbai by road, and can be reached by bus and taxi.
8. Tarkarli
Main Attractions :
Beaches
Scuba Diving
Water Sports
How to Reach :
By Air :
Dabolim airport in Goa is 130 km away, and Sindhudurg airport is also nearby.
By Train :
Sindhudurg or Kudal railway station is nearby, and buses and taxis are easily
available from there.
By Road :
It is 130 km from Goa by road, and 500 km from Mumbai. Buses and taxis
are easily available from there.
9. Kolhapur
Main Attractions :
Mahalakshmi Temple
Rankala Lake
Panhala Fort
How to Reach :
By Air :
Kolhapur has a domestic airport, which is well connected to Mumbai and Bangalore.
By Train :
Kolhapur railway station is well connected to other major cities.
By Road :
Kolhapur is well connected to Pune and Bangalore by National Highway 4.
10. Matheran
Main Attractions :
Eco-Friendly Hill Station
Toy Train
View Points
How to Reach :
By Air :
Mumbai Airport is the nearest airport from where you can reach Matheran by bus or taxi.
By Train :
Neral is the nearest railway station from where you can reach Matheran by taxi or by
road.
By Road :
It is 90 km away from Mumbai. Matheran can be easily reached by taxi by road.
How to Reach :
By Air :
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